Make Memories with a Summer Fun List
My kids will be out of school next week (man, that went fast!). That means it’s time for us to put together our Summer Fun List.
The Summer Fun List […]
Be the Mom You Want Them to Remember: Perfectly Imperfect
“Be the mom you want them to remember.”
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Not long ago, my kids were outside playing in the driveway. My youngest (age 6), came in to get something, and I […]
20 Awesome Gift Ideas for Your Teen or Preteen Girl (from the Mom of Four Daughters)
As the mom of four daughters, I know girl stuff. So if you are in need of gift ideas that a teen (or preteen girl) will love, you’re in […]
Learning to Treasure Even the Most Ordinary Moments as a Mom
My youngest daughter had her four-year-old checkup the other day. On our way there, she declared, “I love the doctor!” Probably because she was there so often with her […]
Hello Preschool. Hello Mom Freedom!
At parents’ night before my fourth and youngest daughter was to start preschool, the director told us to try not to cry in front of our kids.
“It can make […]
A Well-Traveled Mom’s Guide – 30 Smart Tips For Flying With a Baby
As the mother of 4 girls (ages 11 – 2), I have flown a lot with babies – oftentimes by myself. Over the past 11+ years, I have seen […]
Cute DIY Butterfly Footprints
I love making things myself to hang on our walls. I think it really helps make our house feel like a home when we’re surrounded by meaningful artwork. For […]
Melted Crayon Hearts with Free Printable Valentines
Looking to do something different for Valentine’s Day this year with your kids? Why not make use of all those old and broken crayons! It’s so easy to give […]
How to Teach Your Children to Be More Positive with a Happy Jar
I love how the New Year brings with it a turn of the page. You get a clean slate, and a chance to do better in life. I think […]
Elf on the Shelf Winter Wonderland and Photo Gift
I must admit that I love the Elf on the Shelf tradition. It’s so fun to see our girls jump out of bed each morning, starting with Thanksgiving, to […]
10 Thoughts on How to Raise Grateful Children
If you are reading this, you have access to the internet. That already makes you more privileged than most people in the world. At least 80% of humanity lives […]
25 Personalized Gift Ideas for Kids
With four daughters, we do a lot of hand-me-downs around here. Maybe that’s why I’m such a fan of personalized gifts for kids! I know my own girls love […]